Product Offerings
Product Categories:
Food Processing Machines and Equipment
Products:
Automatic Shrimp Peeling Machines, Compact Shrimp Peelers, Full Size Peelers, Shrimp Inspection Conveyors, Water Conservation Systems
Gregor Jonsson Inc. is a globally recognized manufacturer of advanced shrimp processing systems, headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, USA. With a legacy of innovation spanning over seven decades, the company is best known for developing the industry-standard Jonsson Shrimp Peeling System—a revolutionary solution that transformed shrimp processing automation worldwide. Serving seafood processors across more than 70 countries, Gregor Jonsson Inc. continues to lead in engineering high-speed, reliable, and hygienic shrimp peeling equipment designed to enhance yield, reduce labor, and maximize efficiency.
Core Business
The core focus of Gregor Jonsson Inc. lies in the design, manufacturing, and global distribution of mechanical shrimp peeling systems. These machines are engineered to automate the labor-intensive process of shrimp shell removal, offering high-volume processors a significant improvement in productivity, consistency, and hygiene over manual labor. The company also provides comprehensive after-sales support including training, maintenance, parts supply, and equipment customization.
Product and Service Offerings
Gregor Jonsson Inc. specializes in two primary models of shrimp peeling systems:
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Jonsson Model 60 Shrimp Peeling System
- High-throughput, robust design suitable for warm and cold water shrimp
- Capable of peeling up to 2,000 shrimp per minute
- Adjustable for a wide range of sizes and species
- Used by some of the largest shrimp processing plants globally
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Jonsson Model 64 Shrimp Peeling System
- Latest-generation peeling system with enhanced automation features
- Integrated yield optimization and minimal product damage
- Designed for improved food safety compliance with easy-cleaning components
In addition to equipment, the company provides:
- On-site technician training and system setup
- Preventive maintenance programs
- Spare parts logistics
- Custom system configurations for different species and shrimp conditions
Specialization and USP
Gregor Jonsson Inc. has built its reputation on a number of key differentiators:
- High-Speed Automation: Industry-leading peeling rates of up to 2,000 shrimp per minute per unit
- Precision Engineering: Decades of R&D ensure consistent performance and minimized yield loss
- Global Provenance: Installed in processing plants in over 70 countries
- Wide Species Compatibility: Systems adaptable for various shrimp species including whiteleg (vannamei), black tiger, and wild-caught cold water shrimp
- Durability and Reliability: Machines designed for continuous industrial use with minimal downtime
These capabilities have made the Jonsson brand synonymous with industrial-scale shrimp peeling.
Financial Insights
While Gregor Jonsson Inc. is privately held and does not publicly disclose its revenue, industry insights suggest:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: $10M–$15M
- Revenue Distribution: Over 90% from international sales and long-term service contracts
- Clientele: Top global shrimp exporters and integrated seafood processors in Southeast Asia, Latin America, the U.S., and Europe
Recurring parts and maintenance services contribute significantly to the company’s stable financial performance.
Shipment and Export Records
Gregor Jonsson Inc. has extensive global deployment, particularly in regions with large-scale shrimp aquaculture and processing industries:
- Top Export Markets: India, Vietnam, Ecuador, Thailand, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Mexico
- Export Volume: Hundreds of machine units shipped globally with consistent after-sales supply chains
- Shipping and Installation: Direct export with remote or on-site technical support for machine commissioning
Jonsson systems are widely recognized as the go-to standard in shrimp processing automation for export-grade production lines.
Target Markets
The company’s machines are designed to meet the needs of:
- Large and Medium-Scale Shrimp Processing Plants
- Export-Oriented Seafood Processors
- Integrated Seafood Producers
- Contract Seafood Manufacturing Facilities
- Government and NGO-Funded Processing Units in Developing Nations
Target clients typically process several metric tons of shrimp daily, requiring equipment that guarantees high uptime and consistent output.
Capabilities
- Custom-built shrimp peeling systems with species-specific configurations
- R&D in shrimp handling mechanics and automated yield optimization
- In-house CAD and prototyping for continuous product development
- Long-term client support through spare parts, servicing, and retrofits
- Multilingual technical documentation and training materials
Gregor Jonsson Inc. also collaborates with seafood engineering consultants to integrate their systems into broader factory automation workflows.
Certifications and Compliance
All Jonsson systems are manufactured to comply with global food safety and industrial standards:
- FDA-Compliant Materials and Design
- HACCP-Supportive Equipment Features
- CE Marking for EU Exports
- Stainless Steel Construction for Sanitation and Longevity
- ISO-Based Quality Manufacturing Protocols
Systems are also engineered to comply with individual country food safety and labor regulations for automation equipment.
Customer Testimonials
Global seafood processors consistently report high satisfaction with Jonsson equipment:
“After switching to Jonsson peelers, our output doubled and labor costs dropped significantly. Their machines are the gold standard in the industry.”
— Plant Manager, Leading Shrimp Exporter, India
“Jonsson's technical team provided exceptional setup and training. Their systems have proven extremely reliable, even under 16-hour production shifts.”
— Director of Operations, Shrimp Processor, Ecuador
Major Achievements
- Over 70 years of innovation in shrimp processing automation
- Installed base in 70+ countries with several thousand machines in operation
- Helped pioneer the mechanization of shrimp peeling in North America during the mid-20th century
- Developed industry’s fastest shrimp peeling system still in production use
- Recognized globally for setting the benchmark in automated shrimp processing
Gregor Jonsson Inc. continues to shape the future of shrimp processing through precision engineering, global reach, and unwavering commitment to quality and innovation.